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Ideas for encouraging independence and autonomy from "summary" of The Preschooler's Busy Book by Trish Kuffner
Encouraging independence and autonomy in preschoolers is essential for their development and growth. Teaching children to do things on their own not only builds their self-confidence but also helps them develop important skills that will serve them well in the future. One way to foster independence in young children is by giving them choices. Allowing your child to make decisions, even small ones like choosing between two outfits to wear, can help them feel more in control of their lives. Another way to promote autonomy is by assigning age-appropriate tasks for them to complete. Simple chores like putt...
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